South Tampa residents push back on El Prado Boulevard traffic safety changes
The city of Tampa is moving forward with safety changes to El Prado Boulevard in South Tampa. Some residents oppose the project, arguing it could worsen traffic and create safety concerns, while a petition against the plan has gathered more than 800 signatures.
The city of Tampa is moving forward with safety changes to El Prado Boulevard in South Tampa. Some residents oppose the project, arguing it could worsen traffic and create safety concerns, while a petition against the plan has gathered more than 800 signatures.
Hillsborough County storage building fire erupts, closing southbound lanes of North 56th Street: HCFR
Hillsborough County firefighters battled a two-alarm fire at a storage facility on Friday night.
Hillsborough County firefighters battled a two-alarm fire at a storage facility on Friday night.
Julio Foolio murder: Jurors find 4 men guilty of first-degree murder for killing Florida rapper
A jury has reached a verdict in the trial of four men, Rashad Murphy, Davion Murphy, Sean Gathright, and Isaiah Chance, accused of shooting and killing Florida rapper Julio Foolio.
A jury has reached a verdict in the trial of four men, Rashad Murphy, Davion Murphy, Sean Gathright, and Isaiah Chance, accused of shooting and killing Florida rapper Julio Foolio.
Cyberattack on Canvas platform disrupts finals for Bay Area students
A cyberattack targeting one of the nation’s most widely used education platforms caused disruptions for millions of students and teachers this week, including many across the Bay Area.
A cyberattack targeting one of the nation’s most widely used education platforms caused disruptions for millions of students and teachers this week, including many across the Bay Area.
Tampa man at heart of guesthouse, pickleball court saga gets out of jail after agreeing to demolish structures
Tampa businessman Michael Martin spoke from his Beach Park home Friday shortly after being released from jail. This comes as he ultimately agreed to comply with a court order to demolish several structures on his property following a lengthy dispute with his neighbors.
Tampa businessman Michael Martin spoke from his Beach Park home Friday shortly after being released from jail. This comes as he ultimately agreed to comply with a court order to demolish several structures on his property following a lengthy dispute with his neighbors.
Suspect in USF students' murders indicted by grand jury, State Attorney seeking death penalty
The grand jurors of Hillsborough County indicted Hisham Abugharbieh on Thursday, May 7. He is accused of murdering two USF students, Nahida Bristy and Zamil Limon.
The grand jurors of Hillsborough County indicted Hisham Abugharbieh on Thursday, May 7. He is accused of murdering two USF students, Nahida Bristy and Zamil Limon.
A Spring Hill mother’s love transforms hospital courtyard after loss of newborn son
Arielle and Louis Cafiero are raising their son LJ and baby Francesca, while honoring the memory of LJ’s twin brother, Lorenzo.
Arielle and Louis Cafiero are raising their son LJ and baby Francesca, while honoring the memory of LJ’s twin brother, Lorenzo.
USF honors slain doctoral students during graduation weekend
Graduation ceremonies are underway this weekend at the University of South Florida, where celebrations are being paired with tributes honoring two doctoral students killed last month.
Graduation ceremonies are underway this weekend at the University of South Florida, where celebrations are being paired with tributes honoring two doctoral students killed last month.
Tampa passenger killed after vehicle hits FDOT-contracted truck during crash investigation on I-4: FHP
A Tampa man is dead early Friday morning after a vehicle hit an FDOT-contracted truck that was investigating a crash from the previous night on Interstate 4 in Hillsborough County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A Tampa man is dead early Friday morning after a vehicle hit an FDOT-contracted truck that was investigating a crash from the previous night on Interstate 4 in Hillsborough County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Tampa man accused of abusing children for years, nearly 100,000 child porn files recovered :TPD
A 71-year-old Tampa man is facing additional felony charges after investigators say they uncovered evidence linking him to the sexual abuse of multiple children over more than a decade, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A 71-year-old Tampa man is facing additional felony charges after investigators say they uncovered evidence linking him to the sexual abuse of multiple children over more than a decade, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Hillsborough County deputies investigating Bloomingdale shooting that left man dead: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Thursday evening in the Bloomingdale area.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Thursday evening in the Bloomingdale area.
Tampa man in jail agrees to demolish backyard guest house after court denies appeal in neighbor dispute
A Tampa businessman at the center of a years-long legal battle that stemmed from a neighbor dispute over a backyard guest house, pool and pickleball court has agreed to comply with a judge’s demolition order.
A Tampa businessman at the center of a years-long legal battle that stemmed from a neighbor dispute over a backyard guest house, pool and pickleball court has agreed to comply with a judge’s demolition order.
FEMA reform: 10 changes proposed to speed disaster aid in Tampa
The FEMA Review Council, which was appointed by President Trump and includes Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, is urging Congress to adopt ten reforms in hopes of speeding aid to those in need and revitalizing a troubled agency.
The FEMA Review Council, which was appointed by President Trump and includes Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, is urging Congress to adopt ten reforms in hopes of speeding aid to those in need and revitalizing a troubled agency.
Hillsborough County school bus data shows fewer drivers passing stop-arms
As the school year begins to wind down, Hillsborough County Public Schools leaders say safety around school buses remains a top priority, pointing to new data that shows progress but also ongoing risks for students.
As the school year begins to wind down, Hillsborough County Public Schools leaders say safety around school buses remains a top priority, pointing to new data that shows progress but also ongoing risks for students.
St. Pete man arrested in Seffner crash that killed teen, accused of leaving scene in Uber: FHP
A St. Petersburg man is facing multiple charges after Florida Highway Patrol troopers say he left the scene of a deadly three-vehicle crash, then ordered an Uber to return home with his young child.
A St. Petersburg man is facing multiple charges after Florida Highway Patrol troopers say he left the scene of a deadly three-vehicle crash, then ordered an Uber to return home with his young child.
Former Jefferson High School QB Stephen Garcia tackling stage 4 cancer diagnosis: 'Fight it one day at a time'
Former Jefferson High School quarterback Stephen Garcia, 38, was recently diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer.
Former Jefferson High School quarterback Stephen Garcia, 38, was recently diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer.
Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive returns to Tampa Bay to support families in need
Metropolitan Ministries is once again partnering with the National Association of Letter Carriers for the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive this weekend.
Metropolitan Ministries is once again partnering with the National Association of Letter Carriers for the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive this weekend.
Veteran teacher answers a new call to serve in the classroom
Christopher Putnam teaches AP U.S. History and Global Perspectives at Bell Creek Academy, but his path to the classroom began with military service.
Christopher Putnam teaches AP U.S. History and Global Perspectives at Bell Creek Academy, but his path to the classroom began with military service.
Florida’s famous Pomeranian Koda the Fluff surprises 3 families in need with 3-day VIP getaway
Koda the Fluff, Florida’s famous Pomeranian, is turning her social media stardom into a lifeline for children in need. Through her non-profit, Smiles Fur Miles, owner Jena McKinstry has organized the Dreamhouse Adventure for families nominated by their communities.
Koda the Fluff, Florida’s famous Pomeranian, is turning her social media stardom into a lifeline for children in need. Through her non-profit, Smiles Fur Miles, owner Jena McKinstry has organized the Dreamhouse Adventure for families nominated by their communities.
Bay Area drivers dealing with lovebug swarms as peak season returns: How to protect your car & keep them away
If your windshield has started looking like a bug battlefield, you’re not alone. Lovebug season is back across the Bay Area, with swarms covering cars during daily commutes.
If your windshield has started looking like a bug battlefield, you’re not alone. Lovebug season is back across the Bay Area, with swarms covering cars during daily commutes.